Mesothelioma is a vicious disease caused by asbestos exposure. Unfortunately, during the 1940s-1970s, many companies and manufacturers knowingly used asbestos. Why would they do this? Well, as far as construction materials go, asbestos was brilliant. It was strong, fire-resistant, water-…
Mesothelioma is a rare and aggressive cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Asbestos was widely used until the late 20th century due to its heat-resistant and insulating properties. Unfortunately, prolonged exposure to asbestos can lead to serious health problems, including mesothelioma.…
John Devitt Cooney: August 1954 - February 2023
John D. Cooney, Sr., 68, passed away on February 23, 2023, at Northwestern…
Despite being banned in nearly 70 countries due to its link to various forms of cancer, asbestos is still imported and used in the United States... and it’s still making people sick.
Data compiled by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation shows that between 1990 and 2019,…
Although mesothelioma gets most of the attention, asbestosis is another dangerous medical condition caused by exposure to asbestos. If you have been diagnosed with asbestosis or mesothelioma, you may be eligible for compensation. Here is what you need to know.
Who is at Risk of…
Receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis can be both scary and overwhelming. While taking care of your health is a top priority, there also comes a time when you need to consider the legal and financial aspects of your diagnosis. Unfortunately, medical treatments for…
A mesothelioma diagnosis can be devastating. This rare and highly aggressive cancer will launch you into the battle of a lifetime. While there is no cure, a variety of treatments are available to help slow the disease progression and improve your quality of life.
But these treatments are…
Mesothelioma is an aggressive type of cancer primarily caused by asbestos exposure. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma, then you probably have a lot of questions about what the future holds. One of the…
The negative health effects caused by asbestos exposure have been well documented. When asbestos fibers are released into the air and inhaled, they can settle into the lower region of the lungs, causing scarring and inflammation. Many individuals who are exposed to asbestos develop certain forms…
If you lived or worked at Camp Lejeune, a Marine Corps base in North Carolina, between 1953 and 1987, you were likely exposed to toxic drinking water. Although the water increased the risk of many different health conditions, bladder and kidney cancer are the most common. Thanks to a new law,…